1968 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2010 Dodge Caliber is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Caliber (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1968 Porsche 911. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1968 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 314 kg more than 1968 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Dodge Caliber (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Porsche 911. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Porsche 911 | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Porsche | Dodge |
| Model | 911 | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 51 L |
